Job Overview:

• Company: Zak Welding & Custom Work, LLC.

• Salary/Pay Rate: $25 to $40 per hour (based on experience).

• Location: Detroit, MI.

• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.

• Project Scope: Structural & Misc. Steel (Commercial, Industrial, Government or Federal)

• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: OSHA10, AWS Welding Certificate, CPR-First Aid.

The Opportunity: You will join a specialized Design & Technical team as a master of your craft, turning complex blueprints into high-end structural and custom metal projects. This role offers the variety and challenge of custom fabrication, allowing you to showcase your technical skills in a shop that rewards precision and craftsmanship over mass production.

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Execute high-precision MIG and Stick welding on structural and miscellaneous steel components.

• Interpret intricate shop drawings and blueprints to ensure all fittings meet exact project specifications.

• Transform raw metal materials through expert cutting, grinding, and fitting for industrial and government builds.

• Perform rigorous quality control inspections on your own work to ensure structural integrity and clean finishes.

• Solve complex assembly challenges on the fly for custom projects that require critical thinking and adaptation.

• Maintain a highly organized and safe workspace in compliance with OSHA standards and shop protocols.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in welding and metal fabrication.

• Active AWS Welding Certification and OSHA10 safety training.

• Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes safely in a factory setting.

• Proven proficiency in reading technical blueprints, fabrication specs, and utilizing precision measuring tools.

• Demonstrated ability to operate fabrication equipment including saws, torches, and grinders safely.

• Ability to lift 50+lbs.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• Hands-on experience with stick welding in addition to MIG/TIG proficiency.

• Background in commercial or industrial fabrication for structural steel applications.

• OSHA, First Aid, CPR Training.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay with a bi-weekly payment schedule.

• Full health and wellness benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.

• Paid time off for holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

• Professional development through manufacturer, safety, and technical training programs.

• A tight-knit shop culture where your individual craftsmanship is highly visible and recognized.

About Us: Zak Welding & Custom Work, LLC is a premier Detroit-based fabrication shop specializing in custom metal work for commercial and industrial clients. We value a family-like environment where leadership is accessible and every team member is empowered to grow their technical skills.

Learn more at www.thebluebook.com/iProView/1367737/zak-welding-custom-work-llc/subcontractors/.

Zak Welding & Custom Work, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.